Trust & Estate Litigation Associate (Mid-level) – Seattle
Stokes Lawrence is seeking a mid-level associate to join the thriving trust & estate litigation practice in our Seattle office. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex and meaningful trust & estate litigation matters in a collaborative and client-focused environment.
About the Team
Our trust & estate litigation group facilitates the successful resolution of complex trust and estate disputes. Our experienced attorneys focus on what’s best for our clients, whether that is an early settlement, a full trial on the merits, or everything in between, while also seeking to reduce the emotional toll of litigation. We represent a broad range of clients, including personal representatives, professional trustees, beneficiaries, and individuals who have lost a family member and are facing complexities in transferring wealth. We also regularly represent clients in guardianship, conservatorship, and vulnerable adult proceedings. We have experience representing high net worth individuals as well as ultra-high net worth individuals.
About the Role
We are seeking a mid-level associate who’s ready to take on ownership of challenging cases and contribute meaningfully to case strategy and management. In this role, you’ll manage substantive aspects of litigation and collaborate with experienced attorneys who are committed to mentorship and your professional growth. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic, fast-paced practice with a clear path for progression and increasing responsibility.
We are looking for:
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
- Demonstrated interest in and desire to build a trust and estate litigation practice
- Strong proficiency in legal research and writing
- Experience handling all aspects of fact discovery, including written discovery and depositions, and with drafting pleadings and a variety of dispositive and non-dispositive motions
- Ability to work independently, with strong advocacy skills
- Strong academic performance and superior analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Clerkship experience is preferred, but not required
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation for this position will be determined based on the individual’s qualifications and experience.
For third to fifth year candidates, the expected annual salary range is $146,000 - $169,000*
*Associates are eligible for non-discretionary hours bonuses of up to $15,000 per quarter (up to $60,000 annually). Bonus amounts begin at 1400 annualized hours. Additional opportunities for a discretionary annual bonus are available.
Stokes Lawrence provides attorneys with medical, vision, dental, life, AD&D, and disability insurance coverage, bar and professional membership dues, paid parental leave, flexible PTO, and contributions to a 401(k) profit sharing plan. See more at https://www.stokeslaw.com/attorney-hiring.
Why Stokes Lawrence?
Recognized as one of Washington’s Best Workplaces by the Puget Sound Business Journal, Stokes Lawrence combines the resources to handle sophisticated matters with the close connections and support of a midsize, people-focused firm. Highlights include:
- Quarterly bonus potential. As noted above, associates are eligible for quarterly bonuses (up to $15,000 per quarter) based on hours billed.
- A clearly defined career path. From day one, Stokes Lawrence associates have a shareholder consideration date included in their offer, reflecting the firm’s commitment to long-term growth and investment in its people.
- A team worth joining. The firm values collaboration, excellence, inclusion, client service, and personal growth, and maintains a culture that enjoys the work along the way.
Stokes Lawrence is a majority women-owned firm and is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women Business Enterprise National Council. Our attorneys are regularly recognized by Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America®, and Super Lawyers for practice excellence and providing exceptional client service.
How to Apply
To apply, please send a cover letter, résumé, law school transcript (if in practice for less than five years), and writing sample to Joanne Pegues, Director of Human Resources, at recruiting@stokeslaw.com for confidential consideration. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a criminal background check.
